Yorkshire's finest house & gardens

Castle Howard is a
magnificent 18th century residence set within 1,000 acres of breathtaking landscape in the Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty in the heart of North Yorkshire.

Visit and enjoy world-renowned collections, stunning architecture and
inspiring family stories. Relax amid idyllic gardens, enjoy woodland and
lakeside walks, and let off steam on the adventure playground. Castle Howard's changing programme of events and exhibitions offers something for all the family, as well as an excuse to visit time and time again. Many people contribute to the upkeep of Castle Howard and with this comes the challenge of securing it for future generations. Restoration and conservation work to the house and across the 10,000 acre estate, including nearly 200 listed buildings and monuments, is ongoing.

Castle Howard, one of the Treasure Houses of England and Yorkshire's finest historic house and estate. It has been the Howard family residence for over 300 years, and was designed in the 18th-century by Sir John Vanbrugh. Set within 1,000 acres of breathtaking landscape in the Howardian Hills, near York, North Yorkshire, it offers a great family day out in Yorkshire.